Maintenance, Gearcases – Polaris 2014 Ranger 800 EFI User Manual

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MAINTENANCE

Gearcases

Transmission (Main Gearcase) (6X6)

Always check and change the transmission oil at the intervals outlined in the Periodic
Maintenance Chart beginning on page 59. Maintain the oil level even with the bottom of the
fill plug hole.

Refer to the Gearcase Specifications Chart on page 65 for recommended lubricants,
capacities and torque specifications. See page 100 for the part numbers of POLARIS
products.

Oil Check

The fill plug is located at the rear of the vehicle.

1. Position the vehicle on a level surface.
2. Remove the fill plug.
3. Check the oil level.
4. Add the recommended oil as needed.
5. Reinstall the fill plug. Torque to specification.

Oil Change

The drain plug is located on the bottom of the
transmission. Access the drain plug through the drain
hole in the skid plate.

1. Remove the fill plug.
2. Place a drain pan under the drain plug. Remove the

drain plug. Allow the oil to drain completely.

3. Wipe the magnetic end of the drain plug clean to

remove accumulated metallic filings. Install a new
sealing washer.

4. Reinstall the drain plug. Torque to specification.
5. Add the recommended oil. Do not overfill.
6. Reinstall the fill plug. Torque to specification.
7. Check for leaks. Dispose of used oil properly.

Drain Plug

Fill

Plug

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